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Fever Draft Raven Johnson to Bolster Backcourt Next to Caitlin Clark

Indiana signals a focus on defensive depth with added lineup flexibility.

Overview

  • Raven Johnson, selected No. 10 by Indiana on Monday, joins a roster led by Caitlin Clark and reunites with former South Carolina teammate Aliyah Boston.
  • Head coach Stephanie White said Johnson’s ball-handling lets Clark slide on or off the ball to create more lineup options.
  • General manager Amber Cox described Johnson as a point guard who can transition into a combo role to strengthen perimeter defense and depth.
  • Analysts project Johnson to open the season in a bench rotation role behind established guards while earning minutes with defense and playmaking.
  • The two-time NCAA champion arrives as the SEC Defensive Player of the Year after shooting 39.8% from three, and both she and Boston downplayed any lingering rivalry with Clark.